Police Officer (Lateral)

City of Manhattan Beach•Manhattan Beach, CA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Manhattan Beach is seeking qualified lateral candidates to join the MBPD team. This role offers the opportunity to work by the beach in a state-of-the-art Police and Fire Safety Facility equipped with the latest public safety technology. MBPD consists of approximately 65 sworn and 43 civilian full-time employees, organized into Administration/Investigations and Field Operations Bureaus. Lateral applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Salary placement will be based on experience. Additional compensation is available for qualifying certifications, including POST certification, education pay, and longevity pay, as detailed in the POA Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). A recruitment bonus of 3% - 10% of the starting base salary is offered to new hires upon appointment. The department values Trust, Honesty, Integrity, Professionalism, Teamwork, Loyalty, and Pride, aiming to exceed expectations, maintain a positive outlook, and treat everyone with the highest level of professionalism.

Requirements

High school graduation or G.E.D. is required.
Academy Graduate/Police Officer candidates must have graduated from a P.O.S.T. Certified Basic Academy at the time of appointment.
Lateral Police Officer candidates must be currently employed at least one (1) year as a peace officer as specified in the State of California Penal Code, Section 830.1 or Section 830.2 (a) - (d) and possess a valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate.
A valid Class C California driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required at time of appointment.
Knowledge of Police science principles, practices and professional standards.
Knowledge of Federal Constitution rights governing search and seizure and Miranda applications.
Knowledge of State Penal Codes, Traffic Codes, Civil Codes, and other statutes, Court decisions, and case law.
Knowledge of Local codes and ordinances.
Knowledge of Departmental policies and practices, and rules governing criminal evidence, criminal acts, arrest and control techniques, and handling of contraband.
Knowledge of Crime prevention principles.
Knowledge of Basic criminal investigation methods.
Knowledge of Self-defense methods and physical restraint techniques.
Knowledge of Radio codes and proper field communication techniques.
Knowledge of Principles of human behavior.
Knowledge of Professional standards.
Knowledge of Contemporary patrol, traffic enforcement, and related police services, including specialty assignments.
Knowledge of Communicable disease control methods and techniques.
Knowledge of Proper care and maintenance of property and equipment.
Knowledge of Public relations techniques.
Ability to operate police motor vehicles, radio communications equipment, computer equipment, and firearms and non-lethal weapons.
Ability to interpret and apply federal and State public safety laws and regulations as well as local codes and ordinances.
Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate and concise police reports and statistical records; convey clear instructions or execute commands.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, police management, City departments, public and private agencies, community groups, and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to accurately recall circumstances regarding traffic incidents or crime reports.
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in maintaining self-control in provocative or confrontational situations.
Ability to think logically and maintain alertness in emergency situations.
Ability to relate effectively with persons from diverse social, ethnic, political and racial backgrounds and age groups.
Ability to work extended hours in order to meet shift needs, complete reports, attend meetings, or conduct police business.
Employees hired after September 3, 1988, shall refrain from smoking tobacco or using any other tobacco substance at any time, on or off duty.
Must be at least 21 years of age or older at the time of appointment.
Must be a citizen of the United States of America or a permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship.
Applicants will undergo a psychological assessment by a qualified professional to determine their suitability for the position.
Applicants will undergo a complete, comprehensive, P.O.S.T. approved, background investigation.
Physical Agility Test (Pass/Fail)
Oral Interview (100%)
Final appointment in the Police Department is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of an extensive background investigation and a polygraph examination.
A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment medical exam.

Nice To Haves

Completion of up to 60 semester level units related to general education and police science is desirable.
For specialty assignments, completion of all required training and certification related to the special position assignment within one (1) year of assignment.

Responsibilities

Patrols an assigned area and enforces public safety laws, codes, and regulations.
Engages in crime prevention activities.
Responds to calls for assistance, including completing records and reports.
Carries out special collateral assignments in the protection of life and property.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Patrols an assigned area on foot or by vehicle and enforces Federal and State laws, and local ordinances and regulations pertaining to public safety and law enforcement; observes designated areas in which significant crime has been reported.
Responds to radio calls and citizen requests for protection of life, property and public assistance.
Appears at scenes of crime and public disorder and determines proper course of action; provides first aid or CPR as first responder for persons in need of medical assistance; investigates suspicious vehicles or persons; and restores proper flow of traffic.
Gives verbal warnings and prepares citations, crime reports, arrest reports, patrol reports, vehicular incident and pursuit forms, injury reports, collision reports, impounded, and property reports.
Conducts preliminary investigations of disturbances, burglaries, thefts, armed robberies, vehicle accidents, deaths, or other types of incidents involving possible violation of public safety statutes.
Assists with crime scene investigations and the handling and preservation of evidence; arrests suspects and completes booking reports.
Questions suspects and interviews victims and witnesses; examines conditions of accident and crime scenes; notes and reports traffic hazards; takes written statements; completes police field reports and writes supplementary reports; and testifies in Court regarding facts, circumstances, and violations.
Completes follow-up investigations and monitors status of parolees and individuals on probation status, including Court orders.
Intervenes in private or public disputes to protect the public and maintain order; and assists other law enforcement agencies and public safety personnel in responding to calls.
Develops and maintains positive relations with citizens, business owners, schools, other community members, and attends public meetings; provides safety or traffic control services for parades, various public activities and events.
Participates in daily police briefings, exercises, training courses, and programs; demonstrates proficiency at shooting range.
When assigned to Detective section, conducts criminal and civil case investigations; interviews victims, witnesses, suspects, and other parties to obtain leads; and establishes the nature and causes of potential crimes and violations of statutes.
When assigned to Traffic detail, also enforces specialized Traffic and Motor Vehicle Codes and prepares traffic and collision reports and investigation records; sets up DUI monitoring; coordinates work with Department of Motor Vehicles and Courts; attends meetings, prepares logs, and makes presentations.
When assigned to S.W.A.T. Team, responds to emergency calls involving hostages, barricaded suspects, bomb threats, deadly use of force, high risk search and arrest warrant service, and related incidents involving public safety.
May perform other collateral duties as assigned, such as Field Training Officer and K-9 and serve as special instructors.